A wonderful addition to your holiday cookie tray. Rich with egg and nutmeg.
Original recipe makes 2 to 3 dozen
Ingredients
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Directions
- In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and vanilla. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; gradually stir into creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate until firm.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Drop by heaping spoonfuls onto an unprepared cookie sheet. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes in the preheated oven. Cookies should be lightly browned.
Nutrition
Calories: 135 kcal
Carbohydrates: 19.2 g
Cholesterol: 37 mg
Fat: 5.8 g
Fiber: 0.3 g
Protein: 1.8 g
Sodium: 104 mg